They say that some of the biggest deals have been struck on the golf course. No doubt a game of golf can be good for your career or business, but if your skills are mediocre, it could hinder your path to success. But of course, we’re not only talking about ‘corporate golfing.’ If you’ve got even a little hint of interest in golf, then you’d want to be good at it. Playing with pleasure and motivation is what you need for an enjoyable game for any sport. Try these tips to help lower your golf handicap and increase your confidence on the green.
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Improving Your Golf Handicap
Thursday, May 19th, 2011
Top 7 Fall Activities in the Blue Mountain Area
Tuesday, September 14th, 2010Regardless of the season there is always something to do in the Blue Mountain area, and Autumn is no exception. You don’t have to wait for Winter to start having fun; here are seven things to do to keep you and the family busy in the Fall.
1. Tee Off
Play a round or two… or several of golf!
The Collingwood area is quickly becoming one of Ontario’s leading golf destinations. The Fall season really brings out the beauty of a golf course, so why not play a few rounds before you put away your clubs for the Winter. Here is a list of the 10 best courses in the area:
Top 10 Golf courses in the Collingwood area
Batteaux Creek Golf Club
Baywood Golf & CC
Blue Mountain Golf & CC
Duntroon Highlands Golf Course
Atoka GC @ Cranberry
Meaford Golf & CC
Monterra Golf Course
OslerBrook Golf & CC
Raven Club at Lora Bay
The Ferns Golf & CC
What Are The 7 Best Golf Courses in the Blue Mountain Collingwood Area?
Tuesday, May 25th, 2010The survey results are in and our readers have picked the top golf courses in the Blue Mountain Collingwood area. Here they are in order:
1. The Georgian Bay Club
With spectacular views overlooking Georgian Bay, the Georgian Bay Club is elegance, challenge and scenic beauty wrapped into one. It was the Top Ranked New Private Course in Canada for 2005 by Golf Digest magazine and it’s our top-ranked too. The 217 yard par 3 third hole provides an amazing vista but keep your eye on the ball because the green is on a plateau. This year it’s the host for the Wayne Gretzky Classic in July and the Wayner is always right. www.georgianbayclub.com
Tel: 519.599.9949
2. Blue Mountain Golf & Country Club
The longest established club in the area is also the local’s secret friendly play and our #2 ranked course. An excellent walking course the natural beauty of the Niagara Escarpment acts as a great backdrop to the course’s well maintained tees, mature fairways, greens and and friendly crowd. Blue Mountain is an 18 hole par 70 golf course that measures 6097 yards. http://www.bmgcc.net/ Tel: 705-445-3911
3. Batteaux Creek Golf Club
Nestled between the Escarpment, Collingwood and Wasaga Beach, this is one of the most scenic and playable courses in the area. For the talented, there’s plenty of risk/reward scenarios with lots of water, sand but spacious greens. For the lesser-skilled, five sets of tees on every hole allows the low handicap player to bring certain hazards into play to present more of a challenge. http://www.batteauxcreek.com Tel: (866) 479-3754
4. OslerBrook Golf & Country Club
One of the newest kids on the block, OslerBrook was started by a group of local players which included a group from neighbouring Osler Bluff Ski Club. Designed by Graham Cooke, the course butts right up against the 800 foot Escarpment providing spectacular views of the entire area. From there is follows the rolls put there by the same glaciar that gave us the escarpment. Challenging but with easy outs, it’s becoming the serious golfer’s favourite but with six tee boxes, your grandmother can play it too. You might need to know someone to get on. http://www.oslerbrook.com Tel: 800.616.4623
5. Monterra Golf at Blue Mountain Resort
Only an iron shot from most of our chalets, Monterra is part of Blue Mountains Resort. It’s a traditional links course with (more…)
What’s The Best Golf Course In The Blue Mountain Area?
Thursday, March 18th, 2010We get a lot of folks who book our chalets & lodges to bring a gang up for a week of golf and we’re often asked what the best golf course in the area is. With the Blue Mountains on one side and Georgian Bay on the other, the Collingwood area has a lot of beautiful courses and there are some great new ones in the last couple of years so it’s a tough tough question. So we decided to give up answering ourselves and ask you instead.
Take this simple semi-scientific poll.
Use the sharing tool to post it to your social network and pass it onto your friends if you want.
We’ll publish the results in a few weeks here.
We’ll be interested in what you have to say!
10 Great Things To Do On Your Blue Mountain Vacation
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010Blue Mountain is one of the most beautiful areas in Ontario and is well known as a skiing and golfing destination. However there’s a lot more to Blue Mountain, Collingwood and the surrounding areas. Whether you are an active out-doors type or prefer a more sedate vacation, this checklist of activities will keep you and your family entertained during your Blue Mountain vacation, even if you never set foot on the golf course or ski slope.
1. Scenic Caves Suspension Bridge
This is a fun afternoon trip for the whole family. The Suspension Bridge is at the highest point on the Niagara Escarpment so you’ll have a spectacular view of Blue Mountain, Georgian Bay, and Collingwood. It’s a pleasant hike to the Suspension Bridge or if you don’t want to walk, just hop aboard the country wagon. 260 Scenic Caves Rd, Blue Mountain. 705.446.0256 www.sceniccaves.com
2. Live Jazz & Blues
For more mature tastes, live music is always a great way to spend an evening. The Collingwood Jazz & Blues Society was created to present live blues and jazz concerts to locals and visitors to Collingwood. The 2010 Blues Series includes monthly concerts at the Arts Centre. Visit www.collingwoodjazz.ca for dates and times or call 705-444-4449 for information and tickets.
3. The Candy Factory
This is a fun activity for children of all ages. The Candy Factory uses old fashion candy recipes – you won’t find these treats at the corner store. From lollipops to brittles, fudge to chocolates, there is truly something for everyone. 645 Hurontario Street, Collingwood ON L9Y 2N6 705.445.2400 www.candyfactory.ca
4. Snowmobile Adventures – From Beginner to Advanced
Even if you’ve never been on a snowmobile, Ride On Rentals is something to check out. With tours and lessons designed for all ages and ability levels, this is an activity your whole family can enjoy. www.rideonrentals.com Collingwood Ontario. 705-293-0552
5. The Collingwood Museum
Visit the Collingwood Museum and learn more about the local history. Did you know that Collingwood has 150 years of marine heritage? Learn about it with the museum’s “Ship Sidelaunch” that runs every 15 minutes. 45 St. Paul Street, Collingwood, Ontario, (705) 445-4811 http://www.collingwood.ca/museum
6. Cardboard Castles Children’s Emporium
This fun-filled toy store in the historic village of Creemore is not run-of-the-mill. With wooden toys, eco-friendly and locally made items, plus clothing from newborn to youth size 16, you’ll find something for the child of any age. 172 Mill Street, Creemore, Ontario 705-466-9998 www.cardboardcastles.ca
7. Historic Sailing Cruise or Family Fishing Charter
Once the warm weather hits, your entire family can enjoy a four-hour cruise aboard the Endurable I, a replica of a sailing vessel built by the Watts brothers in Collingwood 150 years ago. For a more hands-on day, bring the kids salmon fishing on a family fishing charter.
If you’re good, the Captain may even let you try your hand at the wheel. Contact Summer Bound, 1-888-286-4528 or 705-445-5267, or http://www.summerbound.ca/activities/activities.htm
8. The Admiral’s Post Pub
This friendly pub is located in Schoolhouse Lane in downtown Collingwood. The Admiral’s Post offers traditional pub fare plus some interesting alternatives. Weekends see hearty traditional English breakfasts served until 2 p.m. There’s live music Friday evenings and Saturday afternoons. 2 School House Lane, Collingwood, Ontario. 705.445.1833 http://mycollingwood.ca/admiralspostpub.asp
9. Haunted Collingwood Walking Tours
Let the hairs on the back of your neck stand on end as your host takes you on this 75 minute tour of historic Collingwood. Tours leave Tuesday evenings from the Beild House Country Inn & Spa, 64 Third Street, one block south-west of Town Hall, across from the Collingwood Baptist Church. Just show up at the meeting point shortly before 9:00 p.m. and your guide will be waiting. Call the Collingwood Downtown BIA office at 705-445-5595 to learn more, or visit www.myeyeproductions.ca/hauntedwalk.html
10. Plunge! Aquatic Centre
If the kids are getting a little squirrelly or you just want a fun, family-friendly activity, Plunge! Aquatic Centre is open year-round. With indoor-outdoor pools, an indoor water playground, hot tubs, rope swings, docks and slides, plus comfortable deck chairs for those who prefer to stay dry, there is something for everyone, infant to senior. 220 Mountain Drive, Blue Mountains, Ontario, Located in the Village at Blue Mountain, Attached to The Westin Trillium House, Blue Mountain. 705.444.8705 www.plungebluemountain.ca
Come join us and bring this handy list with you. You’ll have a good vacation with the whole family.
